Sur la plage et les pieds dans le sable, cette maison de vacances se trouve dans le secteur de Tarpum Bay Ă quelques pas de sites comme : Lucayan Archipelago et Baie de Winding Bay. Ocean Hole est Ă 12,9 km de distance.
Just as beautiful as the pictures, and what a lovely and gracious host. Very responsive to our first-time visitor questions, and you could tell how much the owner loves their home and the island, just as we did!! Everyone is so friendly and accommodating, and it started with the amazing host, Elaine.Clean, spacious, and very well-equipped. Even with a little glitch in the A/c, Toya, the manager, was on top of it. She was a hoot, had lots of great suggestions and told us if we needed anything, just "stop by". TSA lost most of our dive equipment and Elaine, the owner, sent someone over to make sure we could use theirs. We were truly taken aback by the fantastic hospitality. It made a huge difference in our overall experience.Thank you, Elaine and Toya, for a memorable family vacation. You are a gem, and so is your home!
Had the best time staying in Winding bay!! First time to the island and this location and home was such a big part of a fantastic experience!! It is a little heaven on earth!! The house was beautiful and very well equipped with everything we needed! Kitchen well equipped to cook and we grilled most days we didnât eat out!! Loved the beach the paddle boards and tiki hut perfect hangout spot out of the sun!! Highly recommend this home and Elaine was a gracious host answering all our questions before we got there and provided detailed island information which helped maximize our first time island experience!! We canât wait to go back!!
The house was perfect for our family. The bed rooms are at opposite sides of the house and have their own bathrooms. Lots of privacy There is a pull-out bed too in the living room. We used the couches a couple of nights. There were lots of sheets and pillows. The beach is perfect. We spent a lot of time enjoying it and relaxing. The home owner was responsive and very nice to work with. I'd stay again in a heartbeat! Thank you for a wonderful vacation.
Our stay at Thereabouts was just as we had hoped for. The view from the home and the bedroom was amazing. The grounds were well kept and everything you could need was in the home.We pretty much had the beach to ourselves the whole time. We took the kayaks to Halfsound and had a beautiful day paddling around seeing turtles, fish and did some shelling along a secluded beach.We would like to thank the owner for allowing us to stay at her home as it is truly a little bit of paradise. I ahould also mention that Latoya was of great assistance and a wonderful lady.D&D
We had a wonderful stay! The home was more than what we needed and well furnished! The view from the master bedroom was amazing. One of the best parts of the trip was using the outdoor shower, which is right outside the bathroom. The property is private, right on the beach. We used the paddle boards to check out the bay, which was really neat! We lost power one evening but used candles, headlamps, grill & gas stove - all was fine! We spent most of our beach time on the Winding Bay beach at the north end, as it had a nice bonefish flat for fishing. (about a 5-10 min drive). We were there before the busy season ramped up, so there weren't a lot of restaurants open, but we had nice meals at Frigate's (in GH), Wild Orchid, One Eleuthera Farm to Table & Davis Marina. The grocery in Rock Sound was great! The place is about an hour from Governor's Harbour airport. Did our car rental through Eleuthera car rental - they were super nice & accommodating. Overall a great trip!
"There Abouts" provided us with comfort, ocean views and seclusion. The house could not be more perfect to spend ten days in. Coolness of the air conditioning, to the house patio for viewing the open grounds, to the beach structure for private sunning and shade at will. Winding Bay is very protected for swimming and fun.The beach at "There Abouts"also led us to renew our vows of marriage. Thank you, Elaine and LaToya.
Better than the picture shows!
As mentioned by others, it is secluded, for us that was just great and we enjoyed a fantastic week with practically a private amazing beach.
The house and property were as advertised. It was very peaceful and quiet yet you can get to Rock Sound or Tarpum Bay quickly for a dinner out or for groceries.
The beach was amazing and the fishing was good out by the points. I highly recommend this property and my family and I will be back.
5 full stars
We had another wonderful stay at Thereabouts.
Great location, beach and house. The changes in weather, views and colors of the water are absolutely amazing. Our daughter and husband joined us this time, for our second stay in this beautiful spot. They were amazed at the natural beauty and will also be returning. Canât wait âtil our next stay!
If you want to experience the Caribbean at an enjoyable pace with scenery that is unbelievable, then I suggest you book your stay at âThereaboutsâ.
We came to Thereabouts 8 years ago with no kids and this place held a place in our memories that we werenât sure it could live up to with kids. Somehow, it was more. This time we came with 8 and 10 boys and the chance to disconnect from the world and reconnect with eachother. I cannot explain in words what this place means to my husband and me and now to my 2 boys - they explored the waters with joy and confidence. We spent every night making dinner, playing board games and listening to music. No TV or electronics for a week and time to just relax and be present? Yes, this is the place.
The property was exactly what we were hoping for. The layout of this house provided everyone adequate space and spaces to enjoy each other. The outdoor shower and bathroom accesses are great for keeping the sand outside. There were plenty of towels for our family of five, and the convenience of a washer and dryer.
The beach cabana provided the perfect place out of the sun to watch the kids play in the water, and stow our things in the shade while paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkeling, etc.
Just a short walk (about 10 minutes SE) along the beach around the bend provided a coral rich spot perfect for spotting tropical fish, and sometimes sea turtles.
We will definitely be booking the Thereabouts at Winding Bay in the future!
The house is as advertised and everything worked. It was the most "stocked" of any VRBO house I've stayed at with items left from former guests to assist us.
The only negative is that due to being on the bay there is less wind and thus more bugs. Not in the house but on, and near, the beach. My wife is highly susceptible to bits and itches like crazy.
Obviously this is not the fault of the property manager and there is nothing to do about it. Just a heads up.
The bay is calm and beautiful and very safe for kids which is the main reason we choose it.
The nearby mangrove grove is worth exploring.
All in all we will happily be returning.
We thoroughly enjoyed our weeklong stay at Thereabouts! For us this was the perfect vacation on gorgeous Winding Bay. The people of Eleuthera are warm and welcoming!
I have to start with the communication leading up to our trip with the owner, Elaine. She is the best at answering any questions and concerns almost immediately. Also, is a wealth of information as the lovely home has been in her family since they built it in the 60s. Her local manager, LaToya, is quick to respond with any issues. I would suggest getting WhatsApp as many of the local businesses use this.
The home itself, is incredibly well cared for. Clean and very well stocked with anything you need. The screen doors all work perfectly. And WiFi works well. We have been traveling to the Bahamas for over 30 years and this is the best home we have found.
The chickee hut on the beach is great for getting out of the sun with still getting to be on beach and view the lovely bay.
We enjoyed the included use of the double kayak and the paddle boards.
The stars at night are amazing!
This is a quiet spot on a quiet beautiful island. The perfect place to relax!
Thank you Elaine for sharing your home with us. Next time we will stay much longer!
Villa is clean and bright. With the right wind off the Atlantic, you can keep the doors opened, if not, the a/c unit was more than enough. Kitchen was well stocked and the bbq was an added bonus. The villa itself probably has the best beach location on the bayâŠcrystal clear water. Tremendous amount of sea life all around the bay. Thank you Elaine.
A wonderful home with history on an island you don't want to leave
We booked this home for our first trip to Eleuthera. We are a family of 4, 2 teenagers and two adults. We received information on the house and the island prior to our arrival and were very pleased when we arrived at the house in our vehicle rented from Cindy Morley ( highly recommended - cnmorley@gmail.com)
The house was spotless and has all the amenities you need. A home perfectly situated for a family of 4. The location on Winding Bay is excellent with no crowds ever and is a short drive to Tarpum Bay for fresh fish or to Rock Sound for anything else you need.
We travelled the wonderful island from one end to the other during our stay and each day as we rolled up the Thereabouts, it felt like we were coming home. This house was built by the family that owns it to this day, so you can feel the care of ownership in this home as well.
The sheltered Winding Bay is naturally subject to wind blown seaweed accumulating on the beach, along with the ocean plastic that comes along with it, but it is a minor cosmetic item to ignore. The bay is very calm and clean for swimming and just to the right of the house is a cut to Half Sound where you can also snorkel to see all kinds of fish and shells. Winding Bay and the Half Sound are both fun to explore on the provided double Kayak or paddle board.
In summary, the well-built, perfectly maintained Thereabouts home on Winding bay is exactly where we plan to stay in the future when we return to explore and enjoy more of the island.
We had the best time in Eleuthera and loved staying at Thereabouts. It was a perfect house for our family of five( 3 kids from 9-3). The house had everything we needed to make meals when we werenât dining out. We loved the secluded location. I think we had one day where we saw other people out on our beach. It was truly a wonderful place to stay and we are already planning our trip back for two weeks the next time we come.
The house was very clean, every question we had was answered within minutes, the caretaker of the house was phenomenal! The property manger was beyond sweet and so nice to deal with.. the house had such beautiful views, neighbors were not that close, it was like being on winding bay all by yourself, peaceful and beautiful, weâve never seen the stars that beautiful before! Perfect house, amazing people to deal with!
Had an incredible week at Thereabouts. Winding Bay was beautiful and secluded, just what we were looking for. Hardly saw anyone else out on the beach all week. The water in winding bay is shallow and calm. The tiki hut down by the beach was my wife and I's favorite part of the property. I was not expecting it to be so big and have such a strong roof. We spent all week lounging in the great beach chairs they provide. The house itself is older and a little dated, but it has everything that you need! It was nice and clean. The bed in the master bedroom was comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed and more to cook meals (you need to because there are no restaurants for dinner within 20 minutes of the house). It has a beautiful view of Winding Bay. The beach is 40 yards from the back door. We didn't have any issues during our stay so we never needed to contact the house manager, but communication with the owner before the trip was great. She provided tons of helpful information. If you are looking for a secluded beach for ultimate peace and quiet and don't require luxury for your house, I would highly recommend Thereabouts.
Thereabouts is a very comfortable, classic Bahamian beach house on a stunning beach with a protected cove that's great for soaking and water sports. It's quiet and peaceful yet close to all the other beaches, attractions and grocery stores of central Eleuthera. Also, it was very easy to work with the homeowner and the local property manager. We will definitely be back!
We love "Thereabouts" . This is a great house with an amazing beach for a family with young kids or those looking for calm water. This was our second visit and we plan on coming back again. The owner could not be more helpful which makes the rental so much better.
Hi, my name is Elaine Eaves McCormick. My parents built this house and our family has enjoyed it for many years. The house was completely renovated in 2012, all new windows and doors, central air, Kitchen and baths modernized. The house continues to be well maintained as our family tries to spend as much time as we can there. It really is a very special place. I know that you'll agree once you've visited.
Thereabouts is situated on the most desirable section of Winding Bayâone of Eleutheraâs best beaches. The pink sand beach at Thereabouts slopes gently into gin-clear warm water. Thereabouts is one of only a dozen homes on Winding Bay and most of the year, it feels like a private paradise.
Thereabouts is a short walk to one of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen. In addition to sunbathing and beach--combing, nearby reefs offer amazing snorkeling and Bay fishing year-round. Bone fish are regularly seen and caught in Winding Bay, Bonefish Creek (behind the house) and Half Sound Bay (at the far end of the cut).